Campus Location
The Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) Faculdade de Medicina is located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.
Healthcare Programs Offered
The faculty offers the following programs:
– An undergraduate medical program.
– Postgraduate programs (Master’s and PhD in Medical Sciences).
– Residency programs in various medical specialties.
Accreditation Status and Type
The institution is accredited by the Brazilian Ministry of Education (MEC) and is recognized by the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
QS World Ranking
Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) is ranked 651-700 in the QS World University Rankings 2024.
Enrollment Numbers
Exact enrollment figures for the medical program are not publicly available. UFRGS as a whole has approximately 40,000 students across all its campuses.
Tuition Fees
- Tuition is free for domestic students, as it is a public university.
- International students may be required to pay administrative fees.
Application Requirements
To apply, candidates must:
– Complete secondary education (Brazilian high school diploma or equivalent).
– Achieve qualifying scores in the Vestibular (Brazilian university entrance exam) or ENEM (National High School Exam).
– Demonstrate proficiency in Portuguese, which is mandatory for non-native speakers.
Year Established
UFRGS was established in 1934, and the Faculdade de Medicina has been operational since the founding of the university.
Medical Program Start Date
The medical program in Porto Alegre has been active since 1934.
Gender Admitted
Both male and female students are admitted to the programs.
Foreign Students Admitted
Foreign students are eligible for admission but must meet specific requirements, including Portuguese language proficiency and validation of academic credentials.
Admissions Contact Information
For admissions inquiries, contact: prograd@ufrgs.br.
For further details or updated information, it is recommended to contact the university directly or visit their official website.